George Allison
George has a degree in Cyber Security from Glasgow Caledonian University and has a keen interest in naval and cyber security matters and has appeared on national radio and television to discuss current events. George is on Twitter at @geoallison
Gov has removed 50% of Chinese cameras from sensitive sites
The UK Government has made significant progress in removing over 50% of Hikvision surveillance cameras from sensitive sites, with efforts ongoing to ensure complete removal by April 2025.
MoD confirms alternatives if Rosyth unavailable for carriers
Potential alternatives include commercial dry-docking facilities within the UK and overseas, as well as sites provided by the UK’s allies and partners.
UK grants £2.26bn loan to Ukraine using Russian assets
The UK has announced a military loan of £2.26 billion to Ukraine to support the country in its ongoing fight against Russia.
Fleet Solid Support Ship build ‘on track’ to start next year
Production of the first FSS ship is expected to begin in 2025 and to enter service by 2031.
Three aircraft carriers now in waters around Britain
Both HMS Queen Elizabeth and HMS Prince of Wales plus the USS Harry S. Truman are in waters around the UK today.
New ships still to be built in Belfast under ‘current plans’
In response to a question from Graeme Downie MP on the Fleet Solid Support ships, Armed Forces Minister Luke Pollard confirmed that on current plans, the ships will still be constructed across multiple locations, centred on Belfast.
Fleet Solid Support Ship passes ‘Preliminary Design Review’
The Fleet Solid Support Ships programme for the Royal Fleet Auxiliary has successfully completed the 'Preliminary Design Review', which marks the first major milestone in the programme.
Portsmouth man jailed for 3D-printed gun, terror offences
A man from Portsmouth has been sentenced to nine years and six months in prison for terrorism offences and attempting to manufacture his own firearm using a 3D printer.
NATO forces train to deter Russian attack against Europe
Next week, NATO's 'Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe' will launch Exercise Steadfast Duel 2024, focusing on strengthening defence for the Euro-Atlantic region.
Progress on new frigate HMS Venturer at Rosyth
The Type 31 Frigate programme is creating substantial employment opportunities in Scotland.
